Chest pain and heartburn that doesn't respond well to PPIs can be symptoms of EoE. Adults with EoE often experience:
β’ Intense acid reflux
β’ Pain in the center of the chest
β’ Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
β’ Food getting stuck in the esophagus
β’ Stomach pain
β’ Vomiting While these symptoms could indicate EoE, only Show Full Answer
Chest pain and heartburn that doesn't respond well to PPIs can be symptoms of EoE. Adults with EoE often experience:
β’ Intense acid reflux
β’ Pain in the center of the chest
β’ Difficulty swallowing (dysphagia)
β’ Food getting stuck in the esophagus
β’ Stomach pain
β’ Vomiting While these symptoms could indicate EoE, only proper testing can confirm a diagnosis. If PPIs aren't helping after extended use, it's important to talk to your doctor about getting evaluated specifically for EoE. This typically involves an upper endoscopy with a biopsy to examine for increased eosinophils in your esophagus.
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